Description: Royden Thornberg was born October 6, 1891, in San Francisco, California, and worked as a telegrapher, radio operator and inventor, as well as proprietor of the Thornberg Electrical Works on Natoma Street in San Francisco. Thornberg was also an inventor; his “Electrical Disinfector and Deodorizer” was patented in the U.S. on 19 June 1917, Thornberg’s papers, donated to the Foothill Electronics Museum in 1970, are now part of the Perham Collection of Early Electronics.This is a rare and valuable specimen book and catalogue from the American Type Founders Company, dated 1923. The hardcover binding contains beautiful illustrations and a personalized inscription from the author, R.W. Nelson, who was the President and General Manager of the company at that time. The book is a true collector's edition and a true antique, featuring art and photography instructions. The book is in its original form and is not a facsimile. It was published in New Jersey, United States, and is written in English. The book is perfect for anyone interested in art instruction and the history of American type. It belongs to the Antiquarian & Collectible category and is a valuable addition to any book collection.60,000 copies of this book were printed entirely from type and brass rules in the Specimen Printing Department of the American Type Founders Company Jersey City New Jersey USA
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Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New Jersey
Signed: Yes
Publisher: American Type Founders Company
Subject: Art & Photography
Year Printed: 1923
Original/Facsimile: Original
Unit Type: lb
Language: English
Illustrator: American type founders company
Special Attributes: Inscribed, Limited Edition, Antique book
Author: Nelson, R. W., President and General Manager, American Type
Region: North America
Personalized: Yes
Topic: Art Instruction
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Unit Quantity: Last One